A Little Birdie Told Me...

As part of my research, I'm always on the lookout for emerging trends in interior design and furnishings.   A while back I noticed that overseas the emerging trend was "Birds".   I started creating artworks featuring them and also getting in new product lines to compliment the artworks.

The other day I was walking through some retail stores and spied many new items such as mini bird houses, bird cake stands, wooden bird signs etc.   So the trend has finally arrived in Australia.   No longer do cute little birds just symbolise spring in home decor.  Year round they add character to home furnishings. 

Bird Salt & Pepper Shakers

Pottery Barn

Dinner Set

Pottery Barn

"Cape Cod" Outdoor Bird House

Ezibuy Australia

Like Owls before them, delicate little birds are sprouting up on bed linen, clothing, dinner set patterns, stationary and wallpaper.  Not only are they whimsical, but they appeal to all age groups. 

Calming and very cute, birds never go out of style. 

Owls...

The hot trend at the moment (other than Japanese Kokeshi Dolls or Russian Dolls) are Owls. Owls are adorning everything at the moment from jewellery to bed linen and clothing. Owls are timeless and it isn't just for the children. Adults also love owls. Is it because they are wise and calm? In current times don't we all wish for those things!

I've always loved Owls as they are very cute and so I've incorporated them into my artwork, cushions and toys.

I only realised how popular owls were when my artwork started selling to customers all around the world. Since then I've added owl pillows, mobiles, rattles and toys to my range. The fabrics and colours are adorable.